Rainforests and Jungles

Tailor made wildlife holidays to rainforests and jungles

One of the most colourful and species rich environments on earth rainforests are endlessly fascinating to the naturalist. A ‘jungle’ is really a Sanscript word used commonly in Asia to describe dense tropical forests but really the jungle is a layer in the rainforest where the leaf canopy collapses onto the ground and a tangle of vines, shrubs and small trees evolve. Technically there are two types of rainforest, tropical and tempe...

Tailor made wildlife holidays to rainforests and jungles

One of the most colourful and species rich environments on earth rainforests are endlessly fascinating to the naturalist. A ‘jungle’ is really a Sanscript word used commonly in Asia to describe dense tropical forests but really the jungle is a layer in the rainforest where the leaf canopy collapses onto the ground and a tangle of vines, shrubs and small trees evolve. Technically there are two types of rainforest, tropical and temperate. Warmth and wetness are needed to provide this environment, so most rainforests are around the equatorial belt of the planet. A minimum annual rainfall of about 68-78 inches normally defines rainforest.

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Like Jules, you have probably enjoyed TV programmes such as Bruce Parry’s Amazon and David Attenborough’s documentaries, introducing us to the amazing plant life, animals and indeed the people who live in these tropical forests. Plants of all kinds here are used in medicine and as food sources, in fact over a quarter of natural medicines were discovered in rainforests. Because the climate is constant, trees flower at different times of the year, offering all round food sources when birds and insects pollinate them. Most wildlife lives in the canopy, so bear in mind that when you are taking part in rainforest walks, you will be looking up most of the time!

Primates, other tree dwelling mammals, birds and insects all live in top part of the forest. Beautiful birds are found all over the world in rainforests, including the Birds of Paradise in Papua New Guinea and the parrot family of South America. Primates including Orang-Utans of Borneo, Chimpanzees in Africa, Lemurs of Madagascar and New World monkeys of South America can be found in the world's rainforest belt. In Asia, explore the parks of India that gave inspiration for the Jungle Book stories with it's beautiful tigers and wildlife tours on long boats in Indonesia are a great way to explore forests of Borneo and Malaysia. Latin America has so much jungle and rainforest to explore, it would take years to see it all! Head for Brazil, Peru or Ecuador for the Amazon rainforest and for real adventure in off the beaten track destinations head for the 'Lost World' in the mountainous rainforests of Venezeula and Guyana. Costa Rica is one of the richest rainforest environments on earth and the proximity to the Caribbean makes this a popular and easy to do wildlife holiday.

Whether you want to learn about the lives of the people of the world’s forests, marvel at the stunning colours and weird evolution of the flora and fauna or simply want to experience a different world, contact us to tailor a rainforest holiday to your exact requirements. 01728 748209 talk to us on live chat or send an enquiry now!

A unique place to stay and bucket list experience getting up close for a personal experience with elephants, raft the rivers, swim in the lakes & explore the jungle with your guide. Perfect for family holidays.

Travel to Madagascar to see some of the 100 or so variety of Lemur found on this wonderful island of unique and endemic wildlife. From the giant Indri to the tiny mouse lemurs experience the wild and wonderful world of prosimians!

A small group adventure tour of just over two weeks to Madagascar including tropical rainforests, hillside treks, baobab trees, snorkelling lemurs and rare wildlife, village and market visits - all great value for money!

A nature and wellness resort and small, friendly hotel, on a secluded beach surrounded by tropical forest covered mountains in Dominica - the nature island of the Caribbean. Hiking, cookery lessons, spa and fabulous rooms and suites.

Costa Rica is a brilliant family destination: white water rafting (our favourite), kayaking, turtle nesting, rain forest exploration and encounters with sloths and toucans - We will definitely be booking with you again!

Hedditch Family
Costa Rica
(Aug 2019)

Highlights included chimps, gorillas and shoebill storks. The lodges were great and I was encouraged and pleased to see the level of interest in and knowledge of issues relating to water, plastic, energy use, etc in Uganda. The national parks and reserves seemed well managed with enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff.

Mr L
Uganda
(May 2019)

Highlight was our private cruise in the Komodo National Park. It was all fantastic, the holiday of a lifetime, and everything we were hoping for - with some wonderful surprises along the way. Thank you to Mags and the team at Travel With Jules for putting together such a great trip, which really enabled us to kick off married life in style!

Laurence & Wendy
Indonesia Honeymoon
(April

Away from electronic devices & noise noise - apart from Baboons and cicadas- we passed very relaxing days and long restful nights! On New Year's Eve we all ended up dancing round a huge log fire at midnight, toasting the new year with Prosecco!

Carry & Patrick
Gambia Birdwatching
(Dec 2018)

We wanted to go and see the Mayan ruins for a long time and have so enjoyed finally managing to do it, thanks to Jules patience. Chichen Itza was terrific we visited three other sites, time in the jungle and, finally on the Caribbean beach. Lovely ... thanks again, Jules.

Jenny & David Stagg
Mexico
(Nov 2018)

We had a fabulous family holiday thank you - Ubud was our favourite place; we loved the hotel and had a great villa with a pool. It was also a really interesting place to visit and a great experience for the kids.

Molloy Family
Bali & Singapore
(July

Flawless service from start to finish! Helpful and knowledgeable going the extra mile to fit our special date in. Travel With Jules were very polite and patient too!
Highlights staying at a luxury at Gaya Island resort - staying on a tropical island for your 30th isn't bad at all!

Rebecca and Jack
Malaysia and Borneo
(May 2018)

All the accommodation you selected was very good and their hosts really helpful, especially the Daintree forest lodge- we hadn’t realised it was rainy season but getting soggy didn’t deter us from doing anything- the ocean reef safari trip was particularly great!

Fiona & Grayling
Australia
(Jan 2018)

Thank you both for the holiday of a lifetime. It really was the perfect honeymoon! Very happy with everything that Travel with Jules did for us and would definitely recommend them as a travel company. All travel documents were sent to us promptly and a private car to take us to the airport from Suffolk was also organised which was lovely. Highlights included visiting the Gili Islands and the cooking classes - we LOVED Balinese food! I cannot recommend Travel With Jules enough for booking any future holidays – Jules and Margaret are both highly professional and friendly and will do everything to ensure that you have the holiday of a lifetime.

Luke & Natalia
Bali & Lombok Honeymoon
(Aug 2017)

I booked my trip in the UK through 'Travel With Jules' to avoid having to send large sums of money to a foreign bank account. Using a UK agent obviously adds to the cost, but I considered it well worth it for financial security, and certainty that there would actually be someone waiting for me when I stepped off the plane. I visited Lobeke National Park and Sangha Lodge in Dzanga Sanga National Park. Amazing sightings of forest wildlife including elephants, lowland Gorillas, sitatunga, Mangabeys, forest hogs and stunning bird life.

Andrew Sneddon
Cameroon & CAR
(Feb 2017)

Anyone thinking of travelling to Reunion should just go! We can’t recommend it highly enough – and make sure you get Travel With Jules to book it for you! :)

Jimmy & Claire
Reunion Honeymoon
(April 2015)

My 6 and 8 year old daughters loved every minute and didn't want to come home, it was a perfect family holiday, with plenty to do and very educational for them but fun at the same time

Moss Family
Costa Rica
(April 2015)

Just back from our amazing Far East Adventure to Japan, Hong Kong and Bali! Thank you so much to Mags and Jules for all your help – we had the most fabulous time, everything was so well organised.

Georgie & Robert
Japan, Hong Kong & Bali
(March 2015)

Julie and John travelled with Exodus as part of a Peru Explorer group trip which included Nasqua Lines, Arequipa and Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Cusco and Machu Picchu and the Amazon. As the Inca Trail was too busy they opted for the less well trodden ‘Moonstone Trek’ which still ended at Machu Picchu but much […]

Julie & John Spence
Peru with Moonstone Trek
(August 2014)

Wow, what a trip, it was absolutely wonderful. I am absolutely amazed how few people know about Reunion. I still am shell shocked by the beauty of the island ... tropical birds, rainforests, trekking volcanoes, snorkelling coral reefs ...

Richard Bizley
Reunion
(May 2014)

I work hard to be able to afford great holidays. I know that you Jules work very hard to make sure that I enjoy my holidays. I love the fact that you can take my fledgling dream for a trip, and transform it into real life; that you listen to what I would like to do, and adjust the finer details to fit my dream, never suggesting that my dream be squeezed into a pre-formed package.

Ian Furbank
Peru
(November 2012)

Julie's knowledge of wildlife tourism to Africa is nothing short of excellent, she always comes up with some gems of ideas that you would never think of or find for yourself!

Rich & Cheryl
Rwanda
(November 2012)

We had a wonderful time in Peru - thank you for organising this, the people were lovely and I particularly enjoyed the train travel. The Amazon lodge was amazing and we did all the tours day and night!

Camilla & Jeremy
Peru
(September 2012)

Thank you to Julie for making the arrangements for our holiday to Malaysia and saving me a lot of trips and telephone calls to a high street travel agent. The service you provided was first class and we will recommend you to anyone we know who may be thinking of booking a holiday.

David & Jackie Thomas
Malaysia
(May 2012)

One of the things I have come to love about you, Jules, is that you listen and take on board what makes me tick, and then tailor the holiday to fit me, not just try to convince me to fit a holiday in a brochure!

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Magsie wanted to go back to see the Malaysia of her travelling years, and I wanted to see it for the first time ever. An excellent trip with the right mix of culture, exploration and downtime – just don’t ask Magsie how she felt about the snake temple!

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